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8 Underrated Keanu Reeves Movies Worth Watching

From "The Devil's Advocate" to "Constantine," here are 8 underrated Keanu Reeves movies that are worth watching.

Liputan6.com, Jakarta It’s hard to deny that Keanu Reeves is one of the biggest actors in Hollywood today. The Canadian star is loved by millions for both his powerful performances and his humble personality off-screen.

Born in Beirut in 1964, Reeves is best known for his iconic roles as Neo in The Matrix series and John Wick. With a career that has lasted almost four decades, he has appeared in many films that did not get the attention they deserved.

Here are 8 underrated Keanu Reeves movies you might have missed and that are definitely worth watching.

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My Own Private Idaho (1991)

- IMDb: 6.9/10

- Rotten Tomatoes: 80%

This movie follows two friends, played by Keanu Reeves and River Phoenix, as they travel across America searching for meaning, love, and belonging. Their journey takes them through different places, where they meet unusual people and face challenges that test their friendship. It is a story about identity, loneliness, and the need to find one’s place in the world. Reeves delivers an emotional performance that highlights his depth as an actor.

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Dangerous Liaisons (1988)

- IMDb: 7.5/10

- Rotten Tomatoes: 94%

This period drama tells the story of love, betrayal, and power games among the French upper class in the 18th century. At the center are two aristocrats who use others for their own entertainment and revenge. Keanu Reeves plays a young and innocent music teacher who is caught in their manipulative schemes. While his role is smaller, his character represents honesty and purity, making his presence important to the story’s balance.

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The Devil's Advocate (1997)

- IMDb: 7.5/10

- Rotten Tomatoes: 63%

The story follows a talented lawyer, played by Keanu Reeves, who is offered a prestigious job at a powerful law firm in New York. At first, everything seems perfect as he rises in wealth and status. But soon, he discovers that there are dark secrets behind the firm’s success, and the truth challenges his morals and beliefs. Reeves brings intensity to the role, showing the struggle between ambition and conscience.

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Much Ado About Nothing (1993)

- IMDb: 7.3/10

- Rotten Tomatoes: 90%

This movie is an adaptation of William Shakespeare’s comedy about love, misunderstanding, and trickery. The film follows a group of characters as they fall in love, play games of deception, and uncover truths about themselves and others. Keanu Reeves plays Don John, the jealous brother who tries to ruin the happiness of others by spreading lies. His dark and serious presence contrasts with the joyful tone, showing his ability to handle classical drama.

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The Gift (2000)

- IMDb: 6.7/10

- Rotten Tomatoes: 57%

Set in a small Southern town, the story follows a woman with psychic abilities who becomes involved in solving a shocking crime. Her visions reveal hidden secrets and expose the darker side of the community. Keanu Reeves plays a violent and aggressive man who becomes one of the suspects. His performance is a surprise for viewers, as he takes on a darker role very different from his usual characters, showing his versatility.

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Constantine (2005)

- IMDb: 7.0/10

- Rotten Tomatoes: 46%

This supernatural thriller tells the story of John Constantine, a man with the rare ability to see angels and demons living in the human world. He uses this gift to fight against evil forces while dealing with his own troubled past and inner pain. The film mixes action, horror, and faith in an unusual way. Reeves’s calm but intense performance makes the character strong, helping the film become a cult classic over time.

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A Scanner Darkly (2006)

- IMDb: 7.0/10

- Rotten Tomatoes: 68%

Based on Philip K. Dick’s novel, this animated movie shows a dark future where the government uses heavy surveillance to control society. Keanu Reeves plays an undercover agent who begins to lose his sense of self after becoming addicted to a dangerous drug. As his world becomes more confusing, he struggles to tell reality from illusion. The film’s animation style is unique, and Reeves’s subtle performance fits perfectly with the story’s themes of identity and control.

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River's Edge (1986)

- IMDb: 6.9/10

- Rotten Tomatoes: 88%

This dark drama focuses on a group of teenagers who face a shocking situation after one of their friends commits a disturbing act. The group struggles with how to react, torn between loyalty and the responsibility to do what is right. Keanu Reeves plays a conflicted young man who feels the pressure of friendship while searching for his own moral path. His performance gives the story emotional depth and realism, making the film haunting and memorable.